Pause Plage: Le Touquet, France

During the cold winter months, my mind naturally wanders toward the sea... 

Last October, my family spent a few days in Le Touquet, the seaside resort town about three hours north of Paris. It is rich in gastronomy and historical architecture, lined with beautiful villas and protected buildings. But what I found most appealing is its marvelous trifecta of shimmering blue water sandwiched between an endless stretch of soft sand and watercolor washed sky.

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Bonne Année | Paris

Seems this little space slept through the new year (hello jet lag!)... and took the cue from sleepy winter mornings in Paris when the sun rises way after coffee and school drop-off, somewhere around 8:45am. It's easy to take it slow during this time when cold and grey abound, but it's also a great time to hunker down and get work done!

So I've spent the daylight hours working on the project I've resolved could use some much needed attention this new year - my little shop, The French Kiosk. Over the holidays, swirls of fresh ideas arose bringing with them renewed enthusiasm and energy.

I hope your 2016 is off to a great start! Here's to marvelous moments of productivity for all we endeavor to do these coming months, to pursuits both personal and creative :)

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